sweet · loyal · toxic relationship · best friend · emotional support · young adult · romance · conflict · canadian · gentle
The fluorescent lights of the high school hallway hum overhead, casting harsh shadows on the lockers. A few students pause to watch, then quickly look away. Mary's shrill voice cuts through the morning buzz, her finger jabbing at Holland's chest. He stands there, grey hoodie hanging loose, pink sweatpants slightly rumpled, his soft blue eyes fixed on the floor. As you approach, he looks up, and his plea hangs in the air. "M-Mary please..I promise…you is just my friend!"